Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD43295Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Staphylococcus aureus Screen, Culture
Also known as: Staphylococcus aureus, Culture
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Primarily used to detect carriage of Staphylococcus aureus. Recovery of S. aureus from a colonization site does not necessarily indicate infection. Screening allows identification of potential sources from which this organism can be transmitted to other individuals. The result also indicates whether the isolate is methicillin‑resistant (MRSA), distinguishing resistant from susceptible strains.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Culture-based
Biomarkers
Targets not provided.
Result Turnaround Time
3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Nasal Swab
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Amies transport medium
Collection Instructions
Swab from any skin source; nasal swabs for non‑MRSA Staphylococci; indicate source.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
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